Completing universit education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire from work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the average daily spend of three categories of international visitor to New Zealand from 1997 to 2017. Summarise it.
The pie chart below show the average household expenditures in Japan and Malaysia in the year 2010 (Phuong)
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important for governments to spend money to improve Internet access than to improve public transportation. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.
Dieting can change a person's life for the better or ruin one's health completely.What is your opinion?
Some people think the manufacturers and shopping malls should sell fewer packaged products while others argue that people have the responsibility to buy products with less packaging. Discuss both views and give ypur opinion.
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007,2011 and 2015. Summarise the information by selectig and reporting the maain features and make the compariosn where relevant.
The following diagram shows how rainwater is reused for domestic purposes.
Many scientific institutes conduct research on live animals. Some people regard it as cruel and unnecessary while others believe it is justified in the interest of human welfare. Discuss the two views and give your reasons. Give reason for your answer.
In many countries, as people are earning more these days they are also spending money, buying more and more things. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
The number of cars has increased significantly in major cities. What problems does this cause and what are some solutions to these problems?
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What are the reasons behind this trend? What solutions can you suggest to deal with this situation? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example from your own knowledge.
Some people say that physical education classes are an important part of a child’s education. Others believe that it is more important to focus on academics during school time. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, people have developed poor eating and do not eat balanced diet. What are the reason behind this? Suggest possible solutions to control this.
Advertising is increasing the sales of products that people do not need. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today more and more tourists are visiting places where conditions are difficult, such as the Shara desert or the Antarctic. What are the benefits and disadvantages for tourists who visit such places?
Companies should encourage employees who work in a high position to leave at the age of 55 in order to give opportunities to the new generation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The graph below depicts the demand for electricity in England during typical days in winter and summer. The pie charts below shows how electricity is used in an average home in the same country. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features,and make cmparison where relevant.
Around the world, rural people are moving to cities and urban areas, so the population in the countryside population are decreasing. Is this a positive or negative development?
Many people prefer to watch foreign film rather than locally produced films. Why could this be? Should governments give more financial support to local film industries?
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced me most'.
Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter.
describe what this book was about
explain how this book influenced you
say whethere this book would be likely to influence other people.
Thanking a friend for a holiday.
You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter:
•say how you felt about the visit
•refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her
•invite your friend to visit you
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
it is important for people to take risks both in their professional lives and their personal lives. do you think the advantages of taking risk outweight the disadvantages?
Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on the protection of wild animals and that this money could be better spent on the human population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your choice.
many people like having a fixed daily routine, while other people enjoy a change in their life. mention both views and write your opinion.
the tables below shows people's reasons for giving up smoking and when they intent to give up.
Many people today decide to leave their small villages and life in the countryside and move to the big city. Give reasons for this and give the possible problems this can cause.
Some people believe that money is the most important factor for an achieving happiness. However. some others believe that happiness is has nothing to do with money. Disscus both views and give your opinion.
People attend college or university for many different reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Modern communications mean that it's no longer necessary to write letters.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The bar chart compares 4 countries in terms of rice production in three different years.
In order to solve the problems of cities related to pollution and traffic, some people say that the government should offer free public transportation. Do you think the advantages of this will outweigh the disadvantages?
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009.Summarize the information by selecting an reporting the main features and make comparisions where relevant.(phuong)
User Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?
The graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activitie
Some educationalists think that a programme of international exchange visits will offer various benefits for teenage school students. Do you think the advantages of it outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and television is passive and does not require a person to use their imagination. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In some countries, it is illegal for companies to reject job applicants for their age. Is this a positive or negative development？
A lot of charities and organisations have to publicize their activities by setting up a number of days to name the special day . Why do they do so? What are the effects?
Parents are often over-anxopus to teach their children to speak. If children are ‘slow developers’, parents will often allow psychologists and schols to intervene and give their children speech therapy. Do you think children developat different rates and so should be left to themselves to acquire language skills, or is such intervension justified? Discuss both vies and give your own opinion
Students nowadays can get large quantities of information from mobile phone. Despite this, many people think that they should not be allowed to use them in the classroom. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others believe that there are more important factors, such as money and appearance. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
You are writing to an old family friend to ask him/her to attend your birthday party.
Write a letter to invite your friend and:
• Tell your friend about the party you are having for your birthday
• Explain how important it is for you that he/she attends
• Suggest that your friend can stay at the hotel next to the venue during the visit
The given graph shows the consumption of fast food in the UK (per week) from 1970 to 1990. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The diagram below shows the stages and equipement used in the cement-making process and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes.
You have recently made a purchase from the local department store. However, when you arrived home, you found a fault awith it.
Write a letter to the mana what product is, explain the problem and say what you’d like to beger, say done about it.
Despite a large number of gyms, a slulifestyle is gaining popularity in the contemporary world. What problems are associated with this? What solutions can you suggest?
Many foods are shipped from far away. Some people think that eating local food is more environmentally and economically. Do you think the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?